The Neutral Zone

Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, in honour of International week of Deaf People we are thrilled to be joined by Jim Kyte who is the only deaf athlete to play in the NHL.  Jim will be along to talk about his career and how he is the ambassador for the campaign for Canadian deaf sports.  Plus, the Blue Jays season is over. Was there a chance of the playoffs? We debrief the season.

Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, our very own Claire Buchanan has been involved in the 2026 International Wheelchair Basketball World Championships as a commentator. Claire will give us her perspective on the event live from the event. Plus, what are some of the fundamental differences between the Canadian men’s wheelchair basketball program and the women’s program? The panel will discuss.

Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we will hear from men’s wheelchair basketball athlete Blaise Mutware.  Blaise will tell us about the 2026 Wheelchair Basketball World Championships held in Ottawa, Ontario. Plus, the panel will bring you up to speed on the World Championships and discuss whether or not athletes feel pressure when the depth of field dwindles.

Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, the panel will discuss the idea of whether parasports is an afterthought, and if so, what can and needs to be done about it? Plus, will give you the latest on the Kawai Leonard situation in the NBA.

Coming up on this episode of The Neutral Zone, we have the pleasure of being joined by friend of the show, and CBC reporter, Devin Heroux.  Devin will stop by to discuss various things, including the Commonwealth Games, para bobsleigh and the Para Pan Pacific Swimming Championships. Plus, we will talk a bit about the Toronto Blue Jays.